These 14kt yellow gold drop earrings are set with an oval cabochon-cut onyx, which is centered by a rose-cut diamond in a closed, crimpled silver setting. It is very likely that these earrings, which were made in the 19th Century, were originally part of someone's mourning jewellery set.
In the Victorian era, there were strict rules about what to wear when you lost a loved one, with different stages and phases depending on your relation to the deceased. These black earrings were likely made for a lighter mourning phase, since the diamond centers add a bit of light and sparkle to the design.
In the Victorian era, there were strict rules about what to wear when you lost a loved one, with different stages and phases depending on your relation to the deceased. These black earrings were likely made for a lighter mourning phase, since the diamond centers add a bit of light and sparkle to the design.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 22 mm from hook to tip: the onyx measure 16 x 11 mm.
Weight: Total weight 4.10 grams.
Age: 19th Century, also known as the Victorian era, circa 1870s.
Material: The earrings carry a Dutch oak leaf hallmark, which was used between 1853 and 1905.
Condition: The earrings are in good antique condition with some wear, consistent with their age. Both onyxes have no damage, and the diamonds appear to be original. One hook was clearly replaced in the past, and this repair is visible from the back.
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